Learn the ins and outs, pros and cons of sewing the beginner-friendly ESP Dress from Decades of Style.
An intro to knitCompanion, a knitter’s best friend!
Get to know knitCompanion, the app that lets you knit more & frog less!
Simplicity 1803 / Handmade Wardrobe
Sometimes stash-diving results in a fun dress that teaches you a thing or two about ease and fit. Click to check out the pros and cons of making Simplicity pattern 1803, and get some practical sewing advice from Grandma while you’re at it!
Picks of the Week
Tis the season for quick, warm-weather makes! You’ve got your home and outfit accessories, sure, but the yarn craft blogosphere definitely loves publishing boxy top patterns in spring and summer too. To celebrate boxy top season, there’s one of each for knit AND crochet in this week’s picks. Enjoy!
The TLC Caftan / Handmade Wardrobe
Handmade Wardrobe: Is the TLC Caftan pattern from Decades of Style right for you? Read about easy moments, challenging moments, and lessons learned in the process of sewing this advanced beginner-friendly pattern.
Faded Flare Wrap in Zen Yarn Garden’s New Impressionist Collection
Check out the new Faded Flare Wrap, Part of Zen Yarn Garden’s Impressionist Collection (2019). Read about the artistic inspiration behind the design and learn where to find the knitting pattern, and enter to win a Faded Flare kit!
Hey hey hey! It’s Me Made May!
Read about my Me Made May-inspired handmade wardrobe goals, and how I plan to leverage a modest sewing skillset into a well-fitting, sustainable wardrobe!
Picks of the Week
These late spring project ideas are a breath of fresh air, aren’t they? Warm colors, soft neutrals, and garments great for layering are just the ticket for whipping up in early May.
Shepherd’s Lamb Rambouillet Yarn Review & Giveaway
Get to know a beautiful, 100% organic wool yarn from New Mexico, and enter to win an earth-friendly skein for yourself!
